To introduce students to the literature and literary genres of the period and to academic, theory-based ways of reading.
Contents
An overview of the development of British literature in its historical, cultural and social contexts through the reading of a selection of representative texts. Classes include lectures and follow-up tutorials, with small-group work based on the study materials.
Teaching language
English
Modes of study
Essay or written exam.
Evaluation
and evaluation criteria
Numeric 1-5.
On the basis of the essay or exam.
Study materials
Greenblatt, S. (ed.). 2006. The Norton Anthology of English Literature. 8th edition.